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Jacob Donaldson

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented service industry professional with four years of experience in bartending and serving, complemented by five years in software sales. Skilled in high-volume service, customer engagement, and operational efficiency, with extensive knowledge of spirits and cocktails. Proven ability to drive customer satisfaction and boost revenue through attentive service and upselling.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Representative

Various Companies Including Brandwatch & CreatorIQ
05.2019 - 10.2024
  • Generated over $4 million in revenue across various software companies by consistently meeting sales targets and fostering strong client relationships.
  • Leveraged upselling and consultative sales techniques that are transferable to promoting specials and enhancing customer experience in a service role.

Bartender & Server / Side Bar Lead

Peaches
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Led operations for a busy weekend brunch bar, seating up to 30 guests and known for high customer turnover.
  • Praised for delivering quality service under pressure, maintaining positive guest interactions, and increasing repeat business through personalized service.

Server

Giuseppina’s Brick Oven Pizza
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Handled a dedicated 5-6 table section, efficiently managing order taking, food running, and table maintenance.
  • Provided efficient, high-quality service in a high-volume, fast-turnover environment, consistently accommodating new guests as there was always a line waiting.

Bartender

Longbow Pub
04.2016 - 07.2017
  • Mixed and served a variety of drinks, delivering informed and engaging service to both bar and dining room patrons.
  • Cultivated a loyal following of regulars who frequented every shift, enhancing the pub’s welcoming atmosphere and driving repeat business.

Server & Host

Yellowhook Grille
09.2015 - 04.2016
  • Greeted and seated guests, efficiently coordinating table assignments to optimize flow during peak hours.
  • Managed a 4-5 table section in a fast-paced setting, maintaining a high standard of service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre, Philosophy

Benedictine College
Atchison, KS
05-2015

Skills

  • Mixology & Spirits Knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Multitasking in High-Volume Environments
  • Upselling
  • Inventory Management
  • POS Systems

Certification

  • Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection

Timeline

Sales Representative

Various Companies Including Brandwatch & CreatorIQ
05.2019 - 10.2024

Bartender & Server / Side Bar Lead

Peaches
03.2018 - 05.2019

Server

Giuseppina’s Brick Oven Pizza
04.2017 - 04.2018

Bartender

Longbow Pub
04.2016 - 07.2017

Server & Host

Yellowhook Grille
09.2015 - 04.2016
  • Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre, Philosophy

Benedictine College
Jacob Donaldson